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2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GL450 X166
4.6L V8 BiTurbo M278•AWD•AUTOMATIC•gas•M278•turbo
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 X166 4.6L V8 BiTurbo M278 · AWD
Fluid Type
0W-40 full synthetic
Spec: MB 229.5
Capacity
9qt
8.51 L
Drain & Refill
9 qt
8.51 L
Change Interval
5,000 mi
8,045 km

Notes

M278 engine with filter change. MB Flexible Service System may extend intervals under ideal conditions

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